Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Preschool Assistant Director to join our vibrant early childhood education community. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee daily operations, support curriculum implementation, and foster a nurturing environment that promotes childhood development and educational excellence. Your expertise in school administration, staff supervision, and strategic planning will ensure our preschool provides a safe, engaging, and compliant setting for young learners. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to influence early education practices while collaborating with dedicated staff and families to create a thriving learning community.
Job Responsibilities:
· Provide support to the center in all facets of center operations.
· Serve as Center Director in the absence of the Director.
· Ensure compliance with Licensing Regulations, CACFP Policies and Procedures, Accreditation Standards and Quality First Guidelines.
· Oversee business operations to retain customers and meet performance goals.
· Provide professional development and coaching to Small Miracles employees to ensure high quality expectations are met through the use of developmentally appropriate practice.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· Desire to make a difference in the lives of children and employees.
· Minimum of 1 years in a leadership role, preferably in the early childhood field.
· Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, families and children.
· Must meet requirements to be a Director as defined by the Department of Health Services, Office of Child Care Licensure.
· Preferred Rate Level F or Higher on the Arizona Early Childhood Career Lattice. (Candidates maintaining progress towards Level F with an education plan showing expected time to attain Level F will be considered for employment.)
· Extensive experience with creating child centered environments and proven ability to coach others.
Benefits:
· Educational Assistance
· Discounted Child Care
· Medical
· Dental
· 401(K) with Employer Match
· Paid Time Off
· Competitive Salary
Physical Requirements:
· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout classrooms and multiple schools.
· Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time.
· Must be able to regularly travel to assigned schools.
· Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day, and bend, kneel, or squat to be at eye level with children.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
· 10 hour shift
· 8 hour shift
· Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Small Miracles Education is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Small Miracles Education makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Join us in shaping the future of early childhood education by leading with passion, innovation, and a commitment to excellence!
Pay: $44,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
